Autonomous networks are becoming increasingly critical for communication service providers as they aim to create rich customer experiences by integrating legacy operations support systems with modern 5G networks. This integration requires new approaches and methodologies to network operations, driven by technologies such as NFV, MEC, AI/ML, SDN, and cloud-native computing. Confluent offers a data platform that enables real-time, interconnected application services and provides a self-healing, self-service infrastructure for CSPs to deliver a unified, real-time experience for customers and clients. By leveraging Confluent's data platform, companies like BT Group have been able to create well-governed, real-time streams of data across hybrid cloud environments, enabling them to navigate the complexities of modern 5G networks and drive innovation in customer experiences.